Tuesday marked the beginning of debates in Nebraska regarding a bill that would ban private insurers from cover the cost of abortions unless customers purchased a separate policy. One of the provisions of the bill would limit insurance coverage of abortions that would have been covered from policies offered by insurance exchange programs. The bill was introduced by Senator Beau McCoy and lawmakers will be debating the proposal for some time. Though abortions would be permitted to preserve the life of the mother, no exceptions are made for instances of…
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New bill for Florida could mean higher property premiums
Lawmakers in Florida are looking to create new restrictions on policyholders who submit property insurance claims. A bill, known as SB 408, contains more than 20 provisions that could enable insurers to raise premiums for homeowners in residences close to the coast as well as inhibit damage claims in an effort to combat fraud. The bill is similar to one proposed a year ago by then Governor Charlie Crist, which was vetoed. State law allows for a discount on insurance if a homeowner were to fortify their property and meet…
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